Exposure of the skin to ultraviolet light
A) can result in increased numbers of melanocytes forming in the skin.
B) can result in decreased melanin production by melanocytes.
C) can cause destruction of vitamin D.
D) can stimulate the production of melanin.
E) has no effect on the skin cells.

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Ultraviolet light can stimulate the production of melanin by stimulating the activity of melanocytes. This is why people tend to get tanned after being exposed to the sun for a period of time.

Exposure of the Skin to Ultraviolet Light